DIRECTOR OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
Job Description
Grace United Methodist Church – Sioux City, IA
 
 Position Summary:

• The Christian Education Director position is to serve the congregation, pastor, staff, and committees of Grace UMC for the purpose of resourcing, training and providing learning opportunities that lead to spiritual growth within the church.  The Christian Education Director will serve as a member of the church staff and will oversee the overall Discipleship pathway of our Christian education program.  The principal function of the Christian Education Director will be hands on leadership of the Youth and Young Adult Ministry of the church with oversight of the Children’s Ministry area.   The specific duties will be outlined below. The Christian Education Director will be required to perform duties of the position in accordance with this job description, the Employee Handbook, and all applicable Grace UMC policies and procedures.  Duties may be modified in consultation with the Pastor and the SPRC.

 Job Description:
 The Christian Education Director shall be considered .75 full time position, working 30 hours a week.  The work schedule shall be agreed upon by the  Pastor and SPRC.
Primary Responsibilities:

• To be familiar with basic teaching practices, methods of teacher training, curriculum and resources available.
• To recruit, train, and support volunteers to carry out the teaching and leading of Spiritual Formation of the church for all ages.
• To provide opportunities for Spiritual Formation including Sunday school classes, Bible studies, small groups, special events, retreats, and or other gatherings for all ages of the church.
• To be involved with the Children’s Ministry of the church as needed with the Children’s Ministry Director reporting to this position.
• To lead and develop a Youth and Young Adult Ministry.
• The Christian Education Director will serve as a staff liaison to the Christian Education Team, the Missions Team, and other teams/committees as assigned by the pastor and the SPRC.
• Need to be available Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings.
• Attend weekly staff meeting.
• Keep regular scheduled office hours.
• Keeps congregation well informed about the church’s educational ministries by bulletin boards, Sunday Bulletin, Chimes, church website and social media.
• Attend monthly Christian Education committee meetings.
• Conduct Safe Sanctuary training for volunteers.
• Ensure that volunteers that work with the youth meet the requirements of Safe Sanctuary.
• Encourage and train youth in assuming leadership and planning responsibilities in weekly meetings and other programs.
• Encourage and assist Children, Youth, and Young Adults in participating in all facets of the church’s life and work.
• Plans and leads trips and off-site activities designed to foster spiritual growth and provide opportunities for fellowship through fun and recreation.
•  Meet the requirements to pass the Safe Sanctuary screening.

 
 Education Requirements:
 The Christian Education Director shall have one of the following:

• A college degree in Christian Education.
• A college degree in Education with additional studies in Christian Education.
• A college degree in another area  with additional studies of Christian Education.
• Formal training in Education with a passion to teach Christian Education.

 
 Skills:
 The Christian Education Director should have basic knowledge and skills in the following areas:

• Good writing skills.
• Good computer skills.
• Utilizing websites and social media.

 Personal Attributes:
 The Christian Education Director must be a person who possesses:

• A work ethic that is both positive and team oriented.
• A work manner that is dependable and conscientious with the initiative to plan and complete all required responsibilities with little supervision and in a timely manner.
• Organizational skills to effectively and efficiently carry out the work of this position.
• A Christian with a strong commitment to following Jesus Christ.
• Energy, enthusiasm, and creativity in Christian Education and Spiritual Formation.
• Capability to work successfully as part of a ministry team with other staff members and elected lay ministry leaders.

 Please send a resume and 3 references to:
                Grace United Methodist Church
                Attn: SPRC
                1735 Morningside Ave
                Sioux City, IA 51106
 
 Applications need to be in August 30, 2017

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